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Surprisingly, he insisted that eating more regularly has helped him to fight the flab.

The 51-year-old said: “I’m very good now at eating five times a day, but small amounts as opposed to a big breakfast, big lunch and big dinner.”

It’s believed that following this regime can help slimmers lose weight, provided that they don’t guzzle too many calories.

Several studies, including one published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, showed that you can boost your metabolism by eating more regularly.

In a recent Reddit post, Gordon revealed which small meals he rustles up throughout the day.

Porridge is one of his favourite ways to kick start his metabolism in the morning.

He wrote: “I have breakfast with oatmeal, that’s the first thing, and that sets me up for the rest of the day."

In the past, the dad-of-four also claimed that cutting out dairy has helped him shed the pounds.

Avacodo - includes monosaturated fatty acids that are more likely to be used as slow burning energy than stored as body fatChillis - chili could help limit the appetite, and the heat from the chilies is metabolism boosting for up to 3 hours, which could aid with weigh loss. Capsaicin that chilies contain is not only good for loosing weight, but the heat also helps clear up siBananas - The starch found in this fruit turns into fatty acids in the gut, which then lower the obesity by metabolising fats after a meal. It also contains many different vitamins, and the fiber in Bananas is "gelling fiber" which helps your digestion.Tomatoes - Tomatoes are great fat-fighting foods as they reduce inflammation and water retention in the body and help to regulate metabolism.Spices - Cayenne is an extremely hot spice. It lowers blog glucose levels within the body and reduces the risk of excess insulin lurking around and storing fat. Turmeric is another great spice. Usually found in Indian dishes, it is one of the highest knowCooked sprouted quinoa - This grain has a low glycemic index (GI), which balance your blood sugar. A balanced blood sugar helps you to carve less sugar. It is high in dietary fibres and protein, which make you feel fuller, at the same time it is also a loEggs - Branched chain amino acid kick-start your metabolism. The B12 in eggs helps to increase the metabolism. Eggs contain almost all the vitamins and mineral we need a day, and is a high protein source.Grapefruit - A glass of grapefruit juice a day can help you burn body fat, increase metabolism and reduce appetite. It also prevents cramps/spasm because of the quinine contentFlaxseeds- Like fish oil, flaxseed is contain omega-3 fatty acids, which helps to speed up the fat burning process and at the same time act as an anti-catabolic agent that keeps your body strong while burning fatBroccoli - Contains fibre, which is known to keep you feeling full, but also contains sulforaphane, which is a phytonutrient.Already regarded as a 'superfood' because of their high vitamin and antioxidant content, the berries may also have the power to trim excess fat from our bodiesCoconut - Coconut contains a number medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), which are not stored in the body but are instead broken down and used for energy productionNuts - Cashew nuts have one of the lowest fat content, but are high in iron and copper, which helps the energy production. Nuts contain healthy fat, and will reduce cravings Fish - Opt for healthy fatty fish such as tuna and salmon as it increase the metabolism and triggers fullnessLean meat- You burn more calories digesting protein than carbohydrates. Chicken and turkey are great sources of lean healthy proteinCinnamon - This spice can raise the metabolism.Cinnamon helps prevent an increased storage of fat, which can help you to lose weight.Variety of green vegetables - Opt for dark leafy greens, such as spinach and broccoli that are fibre-rich. Another good food is kale, which is low in calories, has zero fat and high levels of fibre Green tea - The active ingredient catechin and the benefits of caffeine have been proven to speed up your metabolism for up to two hours after drinkingLentils and mung beans - Lentils contain fibre, which not only helps you feel full in-between meals but will also keep your blood sugar levels from spiking.They are also high in iron, and this mineral is needed to help to boost the metabolism. Whole grains - Whole grains have a high thermogenic effect, meaning your body burns twice as many calories breaking them down, compared to processed foods.

As well as changing his eating habits, Gordon has taken up a rigorous exercise regime.

The muscly cook now competes in Ironman competitions with his wife.

To train for these contests, he’s required to get up to speed with swimming, cycling and running.

He is said to work out with a personal trainer three times a week – which is probably where his abs have come from.

Fellow television chef James Martin also recently opened up about his weight loss journey.